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BRECON RFC PLAYER PROFILE
MEET THE LADIES...
Favourite Player
Stephen Moore
Favourite Team
Wallabies
How long have you been playing Rugby?
I’d never really paid much attention to rugby until I moved over here in 2015, and had never played until the Crusaders started last summer
Who or what inspired you
to take up Rugby?
My partner loves rugby and plays with Brecon, but Stacy first told me about the Crusaders - I thought I’d give it a go for the fitness and to meet new people
What do you enjoy most about playing Rugby?
The socials!
How would you encourage others to play?
We have plenty of fun so it’s easy to be en- thusiastic
How would you like to see the ladies game in Brecon RFC develop?
Would be great to get some younger players to grow some depth in our team
Spill the beans on your teammates... Best trainer Bev or Cheryl
Most skillful Helen
Team joker Eloise (she’s forever getting
Dick of the Day!)
Fastest Rose Williams by a mile!
Who takes the longest to get ready after training or a game?
Probably me!
MEG LINKLATER
Occupation
Occupational Therapist
RACHEL EVANS- TAYLOR
Occupation
Police Officer Position Tight head prop
Favourite Player
My Dad - Wayne Evans or Jason Leonard Favourite Team Pontypridd
How long have you been playing Rugby?
28 years on and off!
Who or what inspired you
to take up Rugby?
Always loved watching rugby, but watching my first Wales women's International made me want to play
What do you enjoy most about playing Rugby?
Being a part of a team of lovely ladies.
How would you encourage others to play?
Let them know how much fun it is!
How would you like to see the ladies game in Brecon RFC develop?
It would be good to have a full women's side again long term, but playing regular touch games at the moment would be great
Spill the beans on your teammates... Best trainer Cheryl or Helen
Worst trainer
There are a few who are injured a lot!! Most skillful Meg or Helen
Team joker Bev Powell
Fastest Rose Williams
Who takes the longest to get ready after training or a game?
Longest time to get ready - the list is too long but Cheryl and Stacy are on it!
ROSE WILLIAMS
Occupation
Operations Manager
Position Centre or back row Favourite Player
Who doesn’t love a bit of Shane?!
Favourite Team
Brecon Crusaders!
How long have you been playing Rugby?
20 years
Who or what inspired you
to take up Rugby?
Can’t remember – too long ago!
What do you enjoy most about playing Rugby?
Fitness and the social of course
How would you encourage
others to play?
The coach advises “stalking” people
How would you like to see the ladies game in Brecon RFC develop?
Would be great to get into a league with regular fixtures
Spill the beans on your teammates... Most skillful Meg
Team joker We are all very sensible!! Fastest Stacy
Who takes the longest to get ready after training or a game?
Without a doubt – Stacy!
The ladies section is looking to grow and develop and the Club would be grateful to hear from anyone who wants to play, coach or volunteer and is particularly keen to hear from any generous supporters interested in becoming a sponsor of Ladies rugby.
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